Student 5th Quarter
High School Students join us Friday, September 18th @ 10pm after the football games at New City Church in Shawnee. We will have food, dodgeball, and games! Bring your friends, its going to be a great time!
High School Students join us Friday, September 18th @ 10pm after the football games at New City Church in Shawnee. We will have food, dodgeball, and games! Bring your friends, its going to be a great time!
A place is set for you! Come to the Table is a two-day women’s conference centered on invitation, belonging, restoration, and spiritual nourishment. Through worship, stories, guided reflection, and shared meals, women will explore what it means to accept Christ’s invitation to sit at His table.
We’re planning to do a prayer walk at Maple Hill New City on October 3rd from 5–7 PM. The plan is to have groups of no more than four people walking designated routes and praying over the community and the city.
If you have a New City shirt, wear it! Other than that, all that’s required is a smiling face and a heart ready to pray.
Join us for our Fall Church Work Day as we work together to prepare our church grounds for the season!
We'll be:
Cutting back bushes and flowers
Raking leaves
Picking up sticks and debris
Trimming and cleaning landscape beds
Taking care of other outdoor beautification projects around the church
Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole two hours, your help will make a big difference. There are tasks for all ages and skill levels, so everyone is welcome!
Please bring work gloves, rakes, pruning shears, leaf blowers, or any other yard tools you have. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
Come enjoy fellowship while helping keep our church looking beautiful. We hope to see you there!
Parenting is one of life’s greatest joys—and one of its greatest challenges. In the middle of busy schedules, changing seasons, and endless decisions, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Parenting Reset is an opportunity to pause, refocus, and discover a fresh vision for your family rooted in God’s truth.
This fall, our Young Adult Ministry is creating space for college students and young adults to connect, build meaningful friendships, and grow together in their relationship with Jesus. Our Fall Kickoff is the beginning of a semester focused on connection, community, and faith. Through fun gatherings, shared experiences, conversations, and opportunities to serve, we want to create a place where young adults can come as they are, meet people, and find a community they can belong to. Join us as we kickoff this season!
Ladies, join us as we continue the conversations from the Women's Conference (September 25-26) around the fire. There will be time for you to share testimonies of what God is doing in your life, and an opportunity to share what God taught you through the Women's Conference. Come hungry... the women's ministry team will provide chili for a chili contest! Please bring a folding chair if you can. Childcare will be provided with registration. Reach out to Heather Snow with questions at 913-271-3425.
Starting Point is your opportunity to find out about all things New City. We spend time eating together, getting to know each other, asking questions, and listening to what makes New City different. We will discuss our Vision, Mission and Values as well as introduce our staff, and you get to ask your questions to us. Please register to assure for childcare and lunch.
Jesus changes us! This fall, students in 6th–12th grade are invited to step away from the noise and experience a weekend focused on the life-changing power of Jesus. Through worship, teaching, small groups, and meaningful time together, we’ll discover what happens when we truly encounter Jesus—and how He changes the way we think, live, and love.
Come hang out with the Young Adults for a Halloween backyard bonfire & movie night! We’ll have the bonfire going, a big projector screen rolling a spooky classic, and plenty of time to relax and connect with friends. Grab your favorite people and come enjoy a laid-back night under the stars! Make sure you bring a lawn chair or blanket - we will provide burgers, hot dogs, & s'mores!
Ladies, join us for a thanksgiving themed potluck! After dinner, we'll learn more about financial stewardship as Cate Jenks teaches concepts from the book "Redeeming Money," as we head toward our SEEK offering later in November. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We will provide roasted chicken for the entree. All women high school age and up are welcome to attend. Childcare will be provided with registration. Reach out to Heather Snow with questions at 913-271-3425.
Friendsgiving is a time to show gratitude for all that GOD has done this year. Join us for food, fun & fellowship!
Join us as we serve at Old Settlers in the Funnel Cake Truck. There are numerous opportunities to get involved on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Register here to sign up for a shift. There are shifts on the Set up Team, Cook Team, Front Line Sales, Front Window, and Tear Down Team. We ask that volunteers for Set Up, Front Line Sales, Front Window, and Tear Down are at least 16 years old and that volunteers on the Cook Team are at least 18 years old.
Please select which shift(s) you would like to serve. Please include your current email and phone number as we will communicate details via email and text as we get closer to the event.
If you've heard about discipleship at New City and wondered how we do it and why it matters, join us for lunch and a discussion after the second service. Lunch and child care provided with advanced registration.
Young Adults! Football season is back. With it brings fantasy football. Join us for the start of our fantasy football league. Whether you are hardcore, casual or just looking to hang out you are welcome!
Midweek kickoff August, 19th! Students join us at 6pm-8pm, to kickoff Wednesday nights! We will eat some food, worship, have small groups, and have some fun together. Following this week we will get back to our normal midweek schedule of 4pm-6pm to meet up after school for food, open gym, and hanging in the student room before service at 6pm.
Starting Point is your opportunity to find out about all things New City. We spend time eating together, getting to know each other, asking questions, and listening to what makes New City different. We will discuss our Vision, Mission and Values as well as introduce our staff, and you get to ask your questions to us. Please register to assure for childcare and lunch.
Come serve with us at Joy Meadows for Second Saturday! Second Saturday is a monthly gathering for all foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This is a great opportunity to make the caregivers feel connected, encouraged, and supported while children engage in all the fun, outdoor activities. This Second Saturday is the back-to-school event with lots of FREE STUFF for foster families to prepare for the new school year. If you would like to purchase anything off of the Joy Meadows School Supply List, please visit: AmazonJoy Meadows School Supply List | Amazon Gift List
Volunteers for this event must be 15+ years old.
The Fireside180 Annual Retreat is a weekend for men to step away from the distractions of life and rekindle their relationship with God and rekindle their brotherhood with men. Through authentic conversations, biblical teaching, prayer, worship, and fellowship, men are challenged to grow spiritually and live with greater purpose.
Shawnee students join us Wednesday nights in July for Summer Nights! We will have a time of worship and Bible study with our small groups followed by some fun as a large group! Each Wednesday is a new theme with new fun to be had, so be sure to come each week and invite a friend!
LAKE DAY ALERT!
Young Adults- Summer is here, so let's make some waves! Join us for a classic afternoon of lake swimming, sand volleyball, and a backyard BBQ. Burgers, dogs, sides and drinks will be provided! Come join us on Saturday, July 25th, 1-6pm at a lake near Sophie and Jack Kelly's home. The address will be provided after registration!
Shawnee students join us Wednesday nights in July for Summer Nights! We will have a time of worship and Bible study with our small groups followed by some fun as a large group! Each Wednesday is a new theme with new fun to be had, so be sure to come each week and invite a friend!
Are you currently serving or would like to serve on a ministry team? Gather with the ministry team and leaders for lunch, encouragement, and to grow in your leadership ability. Childcare is provided for 2nd grade and below. Kids older than 2nd grade may accompany their adult to the meeting.
Shawnee students join us Wednesday nights in July for Summer Nights! We will have a time of worship and Bible study with our small groups followed by some fun as a large group! Each Wednesday is a new theme with new fun to be had, so be sure to come each week and invite a friend!
Ladies, come cool off together and fellowship at the pool! We will provide subs for dinner. Bring your own towel, and invite a friend! Since this event is off campus, there will be no childcare provided. This event is for all women who are high school age and up (no children, please). Contact Heather Snow with any questions.
Shawnee students join us Wednesday nights in July for Summer Nights! We will have a time of worship and Bible study with our small groups followed by some fun as a large group! Each Wednesday is a new theme with new fun to be had, so be sure to come each week and invite a friend!
Come join us for some Summer fun as we play sand volleyball at the park!
The City of Shawnee puts on an event with food trucks, live music, bounce houses, yard games, vendors, activities for kids, AND fireworks at the end of the night called PARKED. We get to partner with them by sponsoring the bounce houses and yard games area and running that for the event. Bounce houses and yard games will run until 8:00pm weather permitting and then will be taken down so we can all enjoy the fireworks together.
This event is great to come out too, hang out with our neighbors, engage in meaningful conversations, and invite them to New City Church if they don't yet have a church home.
Water provided for all volunteers.
Students join us this year as we travel to St. Louis, Missouri to Redemption Ranch Camp! Students who have completed 6th grade – 12th grade are welcome on this trip. At camp there will be worship, teaching, quiet time, and free time during the day. The focus for you student is to get away, have fun, and spend time growing in your personal relationship with Jesus!
A summer hang for all middle school students and leaders! Bring some friends, crush some s'mores around a firepit and grow closer to each other.
Join us to watch USA’s first game of the World Cup — kicking off a summer of soccer! Come on over to the Yngsdal house at 7pm, the game kicks off at 8! We’ll provide a few snacks, please bring your own drinks! Register on the app or in the YA event group & we’ll get you the address!
Ladies, join us for a beautiful evening in the garden, hosted by Sherri Thomas. We will have a devotion, delicious food, and you’ll be able to build your own bouquet to take home! Invite a friend, and bring a lawn chair if possible. Please note, this event is off campus, and will not have childcare available.
Join us for Church on the MAINSTAGE at Old Shawnee Days. Old Shawnee Days is a 4 day festival full of bands, carnival rides, food trucks and tents, and more! We love being in our city and making it better, and we are blessed with this opportunity to have a service in our community on June 7 at 10:30 AM.
Come support our Cheese Fries tent Friday-Sunday as you and friends or family enjoy a day at the festival!
On the 5th Sunday of the month, families are invited to stay after church for a relaxed and fun time together! This special children’s ministry event is a chance to connect with other families and teachers while enjoying simple, joyful activities with your kids. Drop in and choose what works for your family—play games, make crafts, watch a kid-friendly movie, or enjoy some treats together. There’s no pressure or schedule, just a welcoming space to build relationships, laugh, and spend meaningful time as a church family. All Kid City families are welcome!
Fifth grade student's official move up day! On May 31st, the 5th grade students will begin attending the Middle School Sunday service every Sunday. Middle School service takes place during 10:45 AM service in the student room. This is a big and exciting step, and we can’t wait to welcome them as they continue growing in their faith and community.
Come join us as we kick off the summer!! Summer is full of opportunities for adventure. We want to start that off right. Whether you just graduated from high school, finished a long semester, or are already in the work force, join us at Shawnee's firepit for food, music & games.
Students join us for our annual all campus student gathering May 27th @ 6pm! We will take time to eat food, worship together, and then have breakouts over different topics! The breakouts will be a time for you hear content on a specific topic and discuss how it applies to your life. We will finish around 830pm but you are welcome to hang out till 9pm!
Hey Graduating Seniors and Parents! Sunday May 17th we want to celebrate with you! Student Ministry team will be hosting a brunch at 12:15pm-2pm for graduates and close family! We want to take time and encourage our graduates, pray over them, and celebrate this huge accomplishment! For food and set up please register if you plan to attend!
We are excited to host this End of School Community Event!! Join us for this annual event hosted by our Kid City ministry. There will be bounce houses, food, face painting, yard games, Sno Cone truck and more!
Ladies, come play Bunco with us, and make church friends! If you've never played, we will teach you - you'll catch on! Invite a friend, and enjoy chatting with many different women through the night. We'll provide snacks, and childcare is available with registration. All women high-school-aged and up are welcome to attend.
Young Adults! We have an opportunity to show up in a meaningful way for children in foster care. Joy Run is happening on May 9th, and it’s more than a mud run — it’s a celebration of foster families and a way to bring awareness to the needs of children in foster care in our community. We’d love for you to join us in serving Joy Meadows by volunteering. They need help with set up, registrations, and anything else! Please register by April 12th, so I can give them a head count on our group.
Join Kid City for a special family serving event — Seeds of Kindness! Families are invited to come together and share God’s love with the residents of our local assisted living facility. Together, we’ll brighten someone’s day by delivering a sweet treat, a handmade card, and a beautiful flower to each resident.
This hour of service is a wonderful opportunity to teach our kids the joy of compassion and kindness in action. Families will have the chance to visit with residents, pray with them, and shower them with love and encouragement — planting seeds of hope that will continue to grow long after our time together.
Let’s serve side by side and spread the light of Jesus through simple acts of love! Bring your smiles, warm hearts, and willing hands — we can’t wait to serve with you!